Summary: Volume 1 begins with a look at two of the many crises faced by George Washington during his term as America's first president. At a time when any conflict had the potential to dissolve the fragile union, Washington surrounded himself with brilliant men who were bound by their undying devotion to America, but who were often bitterly divided about how best to serve their common cause. Volume 2...

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Publisher / Publication Date: 2002

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Freeman, Daniel B.

Summary: Speaking of survival is a course designed for adult newcomers to the U.S. learning ESL at the high beginner/low intermediate level.

Format: text

Publisher / Publication Date: Oxford University Press 1982

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Nelson, Harold B.

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Publisher / Publication Date: 1989

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Toner, Jacqueline B.

Summary: Via a pirate theme, teaches school-age children techniques to reduce and overcome feelings of jealousy and envy through writing and drawing activities and self-help exercises and strategies.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Magination Press 2014

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Herold, David M.

Contents: The realities of change -- Reframing the change dilemma -- What is changing, and where? -- Leading others through change -- Leaders don't all lead from the same place -- People's motivation to change -- People's capacity for change -- Change does not occur in a vacuum -- Putting the pieces together -- Smart change leaders, they get it!

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Publisher / Publication Date: Stanford Business Books 2008

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Summary: Presents three television documentaries that provide an in-depth examination of the presidential campaigns of 1960, 1964, and 1968, based on the books by Theodore H. White, and showing archival footage, behind-the-scenes moments, backroom deals, and scenes from the convention floor that took place during the races between Kennedy and Nixon; Johnson and Goldwater; and Humphrey, Nixon and Wallace.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Athena 2011

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Engel, Dean

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Publisher / Publication Date: Silver Moon Press 1995

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Summary: Director Jon Brewer worked closely with the gregarious and charming musician and was given extraordinary access to his friends, family and colleagues. This is a no holds barred, powerful documentary that explores how an orphaned kid from Mississippi turned his life around, battled against all odds and against unrelenting racism to overcome even the toughest critics in the entertainment...

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Publisher / Publication Date: 2014

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Amos, Carol B.

Summary: H.O.P.E. for the Alzheimer’s Journey equips Alzheimer’s caregivers with knowledge, tools, and advice for their difficult road ahead. The concepts are conveyed in an open, honest, and creative manner using original family email communications from Carol B. Amos’s own journey. Carol also introduces The Caregiving Principle™ : a simple approach that provides a deeper understanding of a person with...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Morgan James Publishing 2019

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Summary: Moving beyond standard texts by English and American feminist thinkers, this collection features primary source material from around the globe, including short works of fiction and drama, political manifestos, and the work of lesser-known writers.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Modern Library 2007

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Weatherford, Carole Boston

Summary: "A picture book biography of Elijah Cummings, outlining major events in his childhood, career and fight for justice"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Random House Studio 2021

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Duster, Michelle

Summary: "An inspiring picture book biography of Ida B. Wells-who was an educator, journalist, feminist, businesswoman, newspaper owner, public speaker, suffragist, civil rights activist, and women's club leader-as told by her great-granddaughter, Michelle Duster"--

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Publisher / Publication Date: Godwin Books, Henry Holt and Company 2022

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Shircliffe, Arnold

Summary: Contains more than 800 salad and dressing recipes.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Published by The Hotel Monthly Press 1946

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Summary: The Friedman's seem to be a typical family from affluent Great Neck, Long Island. One Thanksgiving, as the family gathers for a quiet holiday dinner, a police battering ram splinters the front door and officers rush inside. The police charge Arnold and his son Jesse with sexually molesting scores of young boys. As police investigate, and the community reacts, the fabric of the family begins to...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Hit the Ground Running 2004

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Kueppers, Harald.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Barron's 1982

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Summary: Old scores are settled, new alliances are forged and tempers flare as hot as ever in the third season.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Home Box Office 2004

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Harrold, Robert.

Summary: Complemented by 80 illustrations, this book describes folk costumes of the world mainly used for dancing either by individuals or by the various national companies and groups.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Cassell 1999

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Summary: Tap World is an award-winning feature-length documentary starring the most cutting-edge tap dancers from across the globe. Brought to you by the Executive Producers of the highly acclaimed short film, Tap Heat, this documentary follows leaders of the art form who are shaping the community around them. Their personal stories of inspiration, struggle, and triumph are keeping this art form alive...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Virgil Films 2015

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Carola.

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Publisher / Publication Date: 2005

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Freeman, Lory.

Summary: Discusses the different types of touching and offers advice on how to react to unwanted touching.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Parenting Press 1983

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Slone, Laurie B.

Summary: A resource for service members, their spouses, families, and communities offers a guide to the most common after-effects of war and includes strategies for reintegration into everyday life, discussion of common myths, and an exploration of mental health concerns.

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Publisher / Publication Date: Da Capo Lifelong 2008

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Summary: Henry Louis Gates, Jr. finds out who we are and where we come from.

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Publisher / Publication Date: PBS Distribution 2014

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Summary: At the end of the Gulf War, the filmmakers take a trip to the American South in order to try and get a perspective about gay life in the South. For the most part, the individuals questioned revealed such insular, even ignorant perspectives that give a chilling view. One of the odder individuals they found along the way was a man who had created his own personal Graceland to please his wife. No...

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Publisher / Publication Date: Distributed by New Yorker Video 2004

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Publisher / Publication Date: Viking Press 1956

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